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After Augie PodcastLiberal Arts in Action: Making Your Augie Degree Work for YouHow do you turn your liberal arts education into a career asset? In this episode of After Augie Podcast, host Brittany Burk ’15 sits down with Laura Kestner-Ricketts, Executive Director of Career and Professional Development at Augustana, to explore how alumni can confidently communicate the value of their liberal arts background. From selling your skillset in interviews to tailoring your résumé, this episode is packed with advice and practical tools to help you succeed in any industry.CORE WebsiteSkillsFirst: AI Resume Builder2025-06-1832 min
Authentic Career + Life DesignYou Can’t Step in the Same River Twice: Embracing Change While Creating CoherenceAre you feeling out of sync with your career or life? Discover how to realign your actions with your evolving values in our latest blog post and podcast episode!In this insightful discussion, we explore the ancient Greek metaphor "You can't step into the same river twice" and how it relates to finding coherence in your ever-changing life. Learn how to embrace change, make practical adjustments, and stay connected to your core values even when faced with challenges.✨ Highlights:Understanding th...2024-09-2125 min
Authentic Career + Life DesignKey Mindsets for Designing Your Life + CareerWelcome to this episode of Authentic Career + Life Design! In today’s episode, we dive into the key mindsets of life design and how they can revolutionize the way you approach career planning and personal growth.🚀 What You'll Learn: Curiosity and Reframing: Explore how curiosity fuels personal and professional growth and how reframing challenges can open new opportunities.Radical Collaboration: Find out how collaborating with diverse individuals and perspectives can enhance your career design process.The Power of Prototyping: Learn how experimenting with different career paths through internships, volunteering, and i...2024-09-0837 min
Authentic Career + Life DesignStep Ten: Ace Interviews🎙️ New Episode Alert! Step Ten: Ace InterviewsAre you ready to master the art of interviewing? In this episode of Authentic Career + Life Design, we'll dive into essential strategies to help you shine in your next interview. From thorough preparation to nailing the "Tell me about yourself" question, we've got you covered! Join Laura, a career coach with 30 years of experience, as she shares her 10/10 trick, tips for answering common interview questions, and the importance of knowing your strengths and the organization inside out. Plus, learn how to dress the part and build your confide...2024-08-0430 min
Authentic Career + Life DesignStep Eight: Maximizing Career Events for Job Seekers🌟 Podcast/YouTube Episode: Maximizing Career Events for Job Seekers 🌟Attending career events can be transformative for job seekers. In this Authentic Career + Life Design episode, Laura explores the benefits of career fairs, networking events, company info sessions, workshops, hackathons, job simulations, and more. Discover how to network, gain valuable insights, and impress potential employers. Learn about tools like Forage and get tips on finding and making the most of career events to engage with your dream employers and elevate your career prospects.Don't miss this chance to take your job search to new heights! 🚀#CareerEvents #JobSearch...2024-06-2224 min
Authentic Career + Life DesignStep Seven Apply Strategically with a Targeted Job Search🚀 Frustrated with your job search? Applied to hundreds of positions with no response?It’s time to switch gears and apply strategically!In our latest blog post on Authentic Career + Life Design, we dive into Step Seven of our Mastering Your Job Search series: Apply Strategically with a Targeted Job Search. Learn how to tailor your applications to align with your skills and career goals, boosting your chances of landing interviews and job offers.Check it out now and start making each application count!💼✨#JobSearch #CareerAdvice #ResumeTips #CareerGoals #AuthenticCareerDesign #JobHunt #ProfessionalGrowth2024-05-2725 min
Authentic Career + Life DesignStep Six: Strategies for Finding Job OpeningsStep Six: Strategies for Finding Job OpeningsJoin us for the latest episode and blog post of our series "Mastering Your Job Search in Ten Essential Steps"! In this installment, we're diving into Strategies for Finding Job Openings.Gone are the days of scanning ads; but now, with countless online job search sites, how do you narrow down your search?We'll explore utilizing multiple platforms to broaden your scope and increase your chances of finding the perfect opportunity.Plus, we'll share industry-specific resources and tips for uncovering hidden...2024-05-0620 min
Authentic Career + Life DesignStep Five: The Power of Expert Guidance in Your Job Search JourneyJoin host Laura in this episode of Authentic Career + Life Design as she explores the game-changing benefits of seeking expert guidance in your job search journey.Discover how connecting with industry experts can provide invaluable insights, refine your materials, and expand your network.📄BONUS WORKSHEET📄Don't miss out on expert tips to navigate your career path with clarity, confidence, and authenticity.2024-04-2415 min
Authentic Career + Life DesignStep Four: Networking Effectively (deep dive)Welcome to another episode with Laura, your trusted career coach! Today, we're diving into a topic many find daunting: Networking. But fear not, we're not talking about awkward meet-and-greets. Instead, I'll guide you through authentic networking strategies that align with who you are. We'll spend time:Defining ExpectationsCrafting Your Elevator PitchCovering Where To NetworkNavigating Career Conversations🏆BONUS WORKSHEET🏆I’ve provided a Networking Worksheet to help you prepare for authentic connections through networking. Download it at authentic-careers.com. Remember, networking isn't about collecting business cards—it's about cultivating meaningful relationships that propel your career. Tune in to lear...2024-04-1919 min
Authentic Career + Life DesignStep Three: Crafting Your ResumeFundamentally resumes have changed very little over the past several decades as the goal of showcasing skills and experiences in an easily readable format remains the same. There are, however, new tools being used to review and select resumes which makes the process of writing a resume much more advanced. In this post, we'll cover resume fundamentals and innovative methods for creating a resume that highlights your distinct qualifications and incorporates the keywords that employers are actively seeking.Resume BasicsApplicant Tracking Systems (ATS)Leveraging Artificial Intelligence🏆BONUS🏆WORKSHEET🏆I’ve provided a Resume Writing worksheet to help you...2024-04-0922 min
Authentic Career + Life DesignMaster Your Job Search in 10 Essential StepsFeeling overwhelmed by the job search? Unsure where to start or how to stand out?You're not alone.Finding the right job can be daunting, but with the right approach, it's entirely achievable. In this video, I've compiled ten essential steps to help you navigate the job search process with confidence and success.As a career coach, I've helped countless individuals land their dream jobs by mastering these fundamental principles. Whether you're a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, these steps will empower you to take control of your career and achieve y...2024-04-0136 min
Authentic Career + Life DesignStep Two: Research Career FieldsIn this episode we cover Researching Career Fields: why it's important, resources to use, and what to research.I've created a worksheet to help you organize your research. Find it here.Blog post on Research Your Career FieldReady to start your career + life design? Contact Laura for a 15-minute free Discovery Call today.2024-04-0110 min
Authentic Career + Life DesignStep One: Define Your Path (deep dive)Welcome to the first installment of our captivating ten-part series: Mastering Your Job Search in Ten Essential Steps!In Step One: Define Your Path, we delve into the critical process of setting the course for your career journey. Picture this: you're standing at the crossroads of opportunity, but where do you want to go? It all starts with a simple yet profound question: "What are you seeking in your next position?"Join me as we embark on a thoughtful exercise designed to define what you need in a career for it to be satisfying. We'll explore...2024-03-2816 min
Career EverywhereIntroducing Faculty to Career Resources (feat. Laura Kestner-Ricketts)Laura Kestner-Ricketts, Executive Director of Career and Professional Development at Augustana College, shares how she introduces faculty to career resources in a super scalable, efficient way. In this episode, Laura offers a step-by-step overview of a new 45-minute program she launched at Augustana that trains faculty on how to navigate the career center website and use all of the resources. After only six months of running this program, Laura says it’s a hit with faculty (and students, as it can easily be adapted for them) due to its interactive, engaging format. Listen to the epi...2023-04-0447 min
LJNRadio: Moving Up the LadderLJNRadio: Moving Up the Ladder - Recruiting and Hiring Trends for 2013Uncertainty looms in the area of hiring as employers try to determine the best avenues to acquire quality employees in 2013. Extensive research conducted by the Collegiate Employment Research Institute was recently presented to colleges and universities to illustrate the recruiting and hiring trends of the upcoming year. Tim Muma speaks with Laura Kestner-Ricketts, Director of the Career Services Center at Marquette University, who attended the conference and has a great stake in importance and value of the findings. Laura breaks down and analyzes the key components of the research, what it means for job seekers and how to positively utilize...2012-12-1528 min